History of the United Netherlands, 1597-98

History of the United Netherlands, 1597-98

[NOTE: There is a short list of bookmarks, or pointers, at the end of the file for those who may wish to sample the author's ideas before making an entire meal of them. D.W.] Straggle of the Netherlands against SpainMarch to Turnhout Retreat of the Spanish commanderPursuit and attackDemolition of the Spanish armySurrender of the garrison of TurnhoutImproved military scienceMoral effect of the battleThe campaign in FranceAttack on Amiens by the SpaniardsSack and burning of the cityDe Rosny's plan for reorganization of the financesJobbery and speculationPhilip's repudiation of his debtsEffects of the measureRenewal of persecution by the JesuitsContention between Turk and ChristianEnvoy from the King of Poland to the Hague to plead for reconciliation with PhilipHis subsequent presentation to Queen ElizabethMilitary events Recovery of AmiensFeeble operations of the confederate powers against SpainMarriage of the Princess Emilia, sister of MauriceReduction of the castle and town of AlphenSurrender of RheinbergCapitulation of MeursSurrender of GrolStorming and taking of Brevoort Capitulation of Enschede, Ootmaxsum, Oldenzaal, and LingenRebellion of the Spanish garrisons in Antwerp and GhentProgress of the peace movement between Henry and PhilipRelations of the three confederate powersHenry's scheme for reconciliation with SpainHis acceptance of Philip's offer of peace announced to ElizabethEndeavours for a general peace. ......Buy Now (To Read More)

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Ebook Number: 4869
Author: Motley, John Lothrop
Release Date: Jan 1, 2004
Format: eBook
Language: English